Library Director - Lead Two-Branch Library System

Library Systems & Services LLC; West Point (VA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health Care Plan

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Plan (401k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Wellness Resources

Descripción de la vacante

The King William County Library System seeks its next Library Director I to lead a two-branch system with about 10 employees and ensure contract requirements are met. This role focuses on community leadership, strategic planning, and delivering excellent patron experiences.

It emphasizes strong partnerships with local officials, customer service excellence, and financial stewardship, including managing a contract value up to 1 million dollars.

Formación

• MLIS degree is required.
• One to three years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Three years of progressively responsible library managerial experience and/or administrative functions of a library, or equivalent knowledge preferred.
• Experience analyzing and applying financial reports and library-related data (usage, demographics, trends, etc.).
• Basic knowledge of programming and financial management.
• Experience in a role that requires frequent interaction with patrons, fulfilling the requests of patrons, and responsibility for addressing patron issues, questions, and suggestions.
• Adaptability: flexible and resilient in changing environments.
• Behave Ethically: maintain ethical standards and align with organizational values.
• Build Relationships: maintain positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Communicate Effectively: clear and timely communication.
• Creativity/Innovation: develop new ways to improve library operations.
• Focus on Client Needs: meet or exceed client expectations.
• Foster Teamwork: collaborate to achieve goals.
• Lead: influence others to achieve results.
• Make Decisions: assess situations and decide swiftly.
• Organize: set priorities and manage details.
• Plan: set goals and implement actions.
• Solve Problems: identify causes and propose solutions.
• Think Strategically: assess trends and opportunities.
• Resilience: pivot and stay focused under pressure.

Responsabilidades

• Manages the library with integrity and leads LS&S mission and community focus.
• Evaluate environments and indicators to identify improvement opportunities.
• Reports to VP of Library Operations and meets weekly via TEAMS.
• Coaches staff to achieve operational goals.
• Monitors staffing levels and develops team to deliver great service.
• Evaluates staff performance and supports development.
• Implements action plans to meet objectives and ensure accountability.
• Keeps current with library trends and external factors affecting services.
• Plan and execute local, regional, and company initiatives for excellence and results.
• Utilize tools and analyze data to address trends and issues.
• Oversee collection development within budget and policies.
• Manage local customer relationships with city/county officials and boards.
• Solicit feedback from clients and patrons to inform services.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Budgeting

Staff development

Customer service

Stakeholder management

Strategic planning

Educación

MLIS degree

Descripción del empleo

The King William County Library System seeks its next Library Director I to lead a two-branch system with about 10 employees and ensure contract requirements are met. This role focuses on community leadership, strategic planning, and delivering excellent patron experiences.

It emphasizes strong partnerships with local officials, customer service excellence, and financial stewardship, including managing a contract value up to 1 million dollars.